The Written Report: Purpose and Format All of the Following

question 68

Multiple Choice

The Written Report: Purpose and Format All of the following statements use unbiased language except:

• A)"The control group contained 20 chronic depressives."
• B)"The control group contained 20 patients who were diagnosed with serious asthma."
• C)"The control group contained 20 students who were enrolled in an Introductory Psychology course."
• D)"The control group contained 20 women and 19 men."

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Definitions:

Medicalized

The process by which non-medical issues are treated as medical problems, often involving diagnosis, treatment, and medication.

Menopause

The period in a woman's life, typically between the ages of 45 and 55, when menstruation ceases, marking the end of reproductive capability.

Illness

A condition that disrupts a person's physical or mental well-being.

Disease

A condition that impairs normal physiological functioning, causing distress or discomfort to the organism affected.